There was plenty of media commentary yesterday about the long lines that formed at polling stations around the country.

However, there have also been lots of other queues springing up in far-flung corners of the U.S. in recent months that have nothing to do with choosing our leadership -- and which don't seem to have gotten the same degree of saturation coverage.

More and more, Americans of all stripes are lining up in search of places to live, for jobs and other income-earning opportunities, and for what is supposed to be temporary assistance -- unemployment insurance, food stamps and welfare.

In addition, growing numbers of individuals and families are apparently queuing up in a desperate attempt to satisfy more basic needs. A Cincinnati Enquirer report, "Increasing Needs, Falling Gifts Have Food Pantries Worried" highlights a sobering …